Drawing of people protesting

Civil disturbances can include protests, demonstrations, riots, or threatening individuals.

In case of a civil disturbance consider the following:

  1. Avoid provoking or obstructing demonstrations.
  2. Contact the Department of Public Safety by calling 301-546-0666 non-emergency line and provide your observations.
  3. Secure your area if necessary. Lock doors, safes, files, and equipment.
  4. Avoid the area of disturbance and stay away from doors and windows.
  5. Continue with normal routines, as much is possible if the disturbance is outside.
  6. If appropriate and instructed by law enforcement, secure the building by locking all outside doors.